FAQ (Frequently asked questions)

Why is the Health Department issuing letter grades to restaurants?
The Health Department is issuing restaurant letter grades to help consumers make informed choices
about where to eat out. Consumer awareness creates a powerful new incentive for restaurants to
maintain the highest food safety standards.

Which establishments are graded?
Some food service establishments that require Health Department permits will receive and post letter
grades that correspond to their sanitary inspection scores. These establishments include most
restaurants, coffee shops, bars, nightclubs, cafeterias, retail bakeries, and fixed-site food stands. This
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